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Red sandstone Seven Bulls cliffs in Jeti-Oguz, Kyrgyzstan

8-Day Epic Kyrgyzstan Tour

Eight days from Bishkek to Bishkek via Issyk-Kul, Song-Kol and Tash-Rabat, with scenic stops throughout.

Duration8 days / 7 nights
Price per person from$1350
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Prices by group size

A private tour: the more people in the car, the lower the price per person.

GroupPer personTotal for the group
1 traveller$3910$3910
2 travellers$2190$4380
3 travellers$1790$5370
4 travellers$1350$5400

Prices in US dollars, for a private SUV tour with a driver-guide. Final cost is confirmed before booking.

Burana Tower rising above the Chuy Valley, KyrgyzstanPier on Issyk-Kul Lake with mountains beyondMountain river and meadow in Altyn-Arashan valley near KarakolRed sandstone rock formations in Skazka Canyon near Issyk-KulYurt beside Song-Kol Lake in the Kyrgyz highlands
Duration8 days / 7 nights

Detailed tour program

  1. Day 1

    Bishkek to Karakol via Burana and the north shore of Issyk-Kul

    Burana, Issyk-Kul petroglyphs and Karakol

    Depart Bishkek at 08:00 and visit Burana Tower on the way. Travel along the northern shore of Issyk-Kul, with lunch in Balykchy or Bosteri depending on the pace of the journey. Stop to see the petroglyphs, then continue to Karakol for an overnight stay.

  2. Day 2

    Altyn-Arashan from Karakol and return

    A day in Altyn-Arashan

    Travel from Karakol to Altyn-Arashan. Spend the day among mountain landscapes, with time for walks and photographs. Descend from Altyn-Arashan, return to Karakol and stay overnight there.

  3. Day 3

    Jeti-Oguz, Barskoon, Fairy Tale and Ak-Sai canyons to Kochkor

    Along the south shore of Issyk-Kul

    Leave Karakol and follow the southern shore of Issyk-Kul. Stop at Jeti-Oguz and Barskoon, then visit Fairy Tale (Skazka) Canyon and Ak-Sai Canyon for photographs. Continue to Kochkor for an overnight stay. The Ak-Sai approach depends on road and weather conditions.

  4. Day 4

    Kochkor via Kalmak-Ashu Pass to Song-Kol

    Sunset and yurt overnight at Song-Kol

    Leave Kochkor and cross Kalmak-Ashu Pass (3,445 m) toward Song-Kol. Stop for photographs along the route, then enjoy the evening light and sunset by the lake. Overnight in a yurt at Song-Kol.

  5. Day 5

    Song-Kol to Tash-Rabat via Naryn and the 33 Parrots road

    Through At-Bashy District

    Descend from Song-Kol on the 33 Parrots road toward Naryn. Stop at Eko Naryn River Viewpoint, then continue through At-Bashy District to Tash-Rabat. Overnight at a guesthouse or in a yurt near Tash-Rabat.

  6. Day 6

    Tash-Rabat to Kochkor via Naryn

    Return through Naryn

    Return from Tash-Rabat to Naryn, then continue to Kochkor Village. Stop at safe scenic viewpoints as time and weather allow. Overnight in Kochkor.

  7. Day 7

    Kochkor to Kyzyl-Oi via Kazarman

    Travel to Kyzyl-Oi Village

    Leave Kochkor Village and travel through Kazarman to Kyzyl-Oi Village. Make scenic photo stops along the way. Overnight in Kyzyl-Oi.

  8. Day 8

    Kyzyl-Oi to Bishkek via Suusamyr and Too-Ashuu

    Return to Bishkek and tour finish

    Drive through Suusamyr Valley, stop for a view of the Kokomeren River and cross Too-Ashuu Pass. The tour finishes in Bishkek with a transfer to your hotel or the airport.

Route map

Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Dotted line shows the order of stops, not the exact road. Open the route in Google Maps
  1. 1
    Bishkek — start

    Day 1 departure at 08:00.

  2. 2
    Burana Tower

    Day 1 stop on the way to Issyk-Kul.

  3. 3
    Karakol

    Days 1–2 overnight base for Altyn-Arashan.

  4. 4
    Altyn-Arashan

    Day 2 mountain valley and hot springs; return to Karakol.

  5. 5
    Fairy Tale (Skazka) Canyon

    Day 3 red-rock stop before Kochkor.

  6. 6
    Kochkor

    Days 3–4 village stop before Song-Kol.

  7. 7
    Song-Kol Lake

    Day 4 yurt overnight and sunset photographs.

  8. 8
    Naryn

    Day 5 route toward Tash-Rabat via the 33 Parrots road.

  9. 9
    Tash-Rabat Caravanserai

    Day 5 guesthouse or yurt overnight near Tash-Rabat.

  10. 10
    Kochkor — return

    Day 6 return toward Kochkor via Naryn.

  11. 11
    Kazarman

    Day 7 route from Kochkor toward Kyzyl-Oi.

  12. 12
    Kyzyl-Oi Village

    Day 7 overnight in Kyzyl-Oi.

  13. 13
    Suusamyr Valley

    Day 8 scenic drive toward Too-Ashuu Pass.

  14. 14
    Bishkek — finish

    Day 8 final hotel or airport transfer.

Included

  • Comfortable 4x4 SUV / Fuel
  • English-speaking guide-driver
  • Seven nights of accommodation and all meals during the tour (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • All planned entrance tickets and national park fees
  • Pick-up in Bishkek; final transfer to your Bishkek hotel or the airport
  • Drinking water

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Activity costs (horse riding and other optional activities)
  • Tips for the guide (optional)

What to bring

Comfortable shoes with grip for walks on rocky and uneven groundA warm layer and a windproof or waterproof jacket suited to the season; mountain weather can change quicklySun hat, sunglasses and sunscreenID or passport; for an international itinerary, check the required entry documents before travellingPhone or camera, chargers and a power bankCash for personal purchases and additional servicesA small daypack and a reusable water bottlePersonal toiletries and any medication you need; agree additional equipment only for activities specified in your itinerary

Why Silk Travel

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Exceptional service

A personal approach to every guest and safety throughout the journey.

02

Dependable SUVs

Air-conditioned 4x4s that reach remote spots, serviced after every tour.

03

Individual tours

No big groups. Change the route, take breaks, extend the trip.

04

Certified guides

Trained at the Kazakh Academy of Sports and Tourism.

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StJFamilyFredericton, Canada · 56 contributions
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Great Guide, Great Tour

Had an excellent three day small group tour to Altyn Emel, Kaindy/Kolsai and Charyn Canyon with Tau. Tau was a terrific guide and I highly recommend him. He was friendly and a lot of fun. He has lots of knowledge of the area and was very generous with his time to allow us all the opportunity to enjoy the area. Also takes great photos!

The places we visited on the tour are beautiful and very worth the effort to travel there. Kazakhstan surpassed all expectations and loved my time there.

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dyCanada2Hong Kong, China · 13 contributions · Jun 2019 • Friends
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Fantastic guide, amazing trip!

Travelled with my mom in a group tour last June. We had Tau as our guide and it was a magical trip! Great driver and conversationalist, and he took us to some beautiful landscapes and also on some unreal hikes and climbs. Also very well prepared - borrowed many blankets when the temperatures got a little chilly, and had rain ponchos on hand when the weather turned rainy.

After we returned to Almaty, Tau provided great recommendations and showed some pretty neat bars / spots around town.

Hands-down, one of the highlights for summer 2019. Highly recommended. Tau will ensure that you have a great time in Kazakhstan!

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8-Day Epic Kyrgyzstan Tour: what to expect

This eight-day private Kyrgyzstan journey starts and ends in Bishkek. Travel along the northern shore of Issyk-Kul to Karakol and Altyn-Arashan, then follow the southern shore via Jeti-Oguz, Barskoon, Fairy Tale Canyon and Ak-Sai Canyon to Kochkor. Cross Kalmak-Ashu Pass to Song-Kol for sunset and a yurt overnight.

From Song-Kol, descend via the 33 Parrots road to Naryn and Tash-Rabat. Return through Naryn to Kochkor, then continue via Kazarman and Kyzyl-Oi. The final day passes through Suusamyr Valley and Too-Ashuu Pass to Bishkek for a hotel or airport transfer. Scenic photo stops are part of the itinerary; road and weather conditions determine exact timing.

Why book 8-Day Epic Kyrgyzstan Tour with Silk Travel

Silk Travel arranges private trips across Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. This itinerary is a Kyrgyzstan-only journey with departure and return in Bishkek, rather than a cross-border tour from Almaty.

The private format allows time at the viewpoints and photo locations that matter most to your group. Share your preferred dates and group size so we can confirm the route, transport, accommodation and price before booking.

Who this private tour is for

This route is designed for travellers who want a private, scenery-focused journey through Kyrgyzstan. It combines Issyk-Kul and Karakol with high-altitude Song-Kol, Tash-Rabat and mountain valleys. The eight-day schedule suits guests who can spend a full week on the road from Bishkek.

Best time to go and what to prepare

Access to Song-Kol and the high mountain passes is seasonal and depends on road and weather conditions. Confirm your travel dates with us before booking. Bring warm layers for the yurt night, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, your passport and a power bank.

How to book

Send us your dates, group size and pick-up location in Bishkek. We will confirm availability, accommodation options, the full price and the final itinerary. The tour ends with a transfer to your Bishkek hotel or the airport.

Questions about this tour

Where does the 8-day Kyrgyzstan tour start and end?

The tour starts with an 08:00 departure from Bishkek on Day 1 and ends in Bishkek on Day 8. We arrange the final transfer to your Bishkek hotel or the airport.

What is included in the 8-day tour price?

The price includes a private 4x4 vehicle with a driver-guide, seven nights of accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner during the tour, and planned entrance tickets and national park fees. International flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, optional activities and tips are not included.

Can we travel to Song-Kol and Tash-Rabat at any time of year?

Mountain roads and overnight options are seasonal. Tell us your travel dates before booking so we can confirm access, accommodation and the route for those dates.

How do I book?

Choose a tour and send your dates and group size. Once the itinerary and price are agreed, pay a 20% deposit. The remaining 80% is payable on the first day of the tour. Cancellation 30 days or more before the start receives a full deposit refund; cancellation 15–29 days before the start receives a 50% deposit refund; the deposit is non-refundable 14 days or fewer before the start.

Are the tours private?

Yes. Every tour is private, with no large groups, and the itinerary can be adjusted.

What vehicles do you use?

All our vehicles are comfortable, air-conditioned and undergo technical inspections. For groups of up to 4 guests, we use off-road-capable Toyota Land Cruiser or Toyota Land Cruiser Prado SUVs. For 5 guests, we use a Toyota Sequoia SUV. For groups of more than 5 guests, we use a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.

What if prices differ by group size?

The price depends on group size. Send your dates and the number of people and a manager will confirm the exact offer.

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